A sandy lagoon sheltered beneath Akrotiri's bare ridge
The main beach at Stavros curves around a compact lagoon below the steep ridge seen in Zorba the Greek. Its narrow opening shelters the inner water from much of the north-coast chop, and the sandy entry is forgiving for children and less confident swimmers.
The cove's convenience brings dense summer use, so arrive early if you want parking and a front-row place. A second, more open beach lies around the headland and behaves differently in wind. Check which side is calmer rather than assuming conditions match.
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Sandy lagoon, Sheltered cove, Family beach, and Bus access
